Deep Threat

Creates big play opportunities and stretches defenses, opening up the field for the rest of the team.

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Strengths

Stretches the field vertically
Opens up underneath routes for teammates
Strong vertical passing threat

Weaknesses

May not excel in short-yardage situations
Less effective after the catch than playmakers
Not as reliable on short routes as slot receivers

Most Relevant Attributes

Deep Route RunningReleaseSpectacular CatchCatchingMedium Route RunningAwareness

Archetype Fit Players

Perfect

R1-11

Ja'Marr

6'0"205 lbs26 yrs

Chase

Excellent

R1-13

Jaxon

6'1"200 lbs24 yrs

Smith-Njigba

R1-14

Puka

6'1"216 lbs25 yrs

Nacua

Tyreek

5'10"191 lbs32 yrs

Hill

Great

R1-28

Amon-Ra

6'0"202 lbs26 yrs

St. Brown

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Compatible Schemes

This archetype is used in the following schemes:

Vertical Power Run

The Vertical Power Run focuses on tempting the defense to load the box with extra defenders via a commitment to the power run game, then punishes them downfield with play action and shot passes.

Vertical Zone Run

The vertical zone run uses agile linemen to create multiple holes for the halfback to choose from and forces the defense into assignment conflicts by taking downfield shots via play action pass

Other Wide Receiver Archetypes

Playmaker

Can turn any reception into a big play. Excels after the catch.

Slot

Runs precise routes and finds weak spots in the middle of the field.

Physical

Thrives in traffic and consistently beats defenders at the catch point.

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